February 17, 2024 11:39hrs - Union Fire, along with Seneca Hose, Winchester, and Vigilant Fire were dispatched for a reported bedroom fire on the 200 Block of French Road. Seneca Hose Chief 9 arrived on scene reporting a 1 Story residential structure with fire in the 2/3 corner, residents reported evacuated. Union 9-1 arrived moments later and assumed command. Crews coordinated suppression, ventilation, and search operations, quickly extinguishing the fire. Doyle 2 was requested to assist with extensive overhaul. Reserve Fire FAST team stood by during operations. Units began clearing the scene as available at approximately 13:12hrs. The scene was turned over to West Seneca Police Fire Investigators.
Conditions found just before arrival of first fire units
Aerial Photograph of scene after extinguishment and ventilation. Heavy Fire conditions located in the 2/3 corner on arrival, 2/3 corner located in the Lower right of picture.
Roof Ventilation in progress by a Winchester Firefighter, assisted by 2 Union Firefighters.
Smoke Conditions after extinguishment, Ventilation in progress.